Workforce Development Grants

Workforce development grants fund job training, career services, apprenticeships, and employment programs. The Department of Labor's Workforce Innovation and Opportunity Act (WIOA) is the backbone, distributing billions through state workforce agencies. Additional funding comes from the Department of Education, Commerce, and foundations focused on economic mobility.

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New Jersey Department of Labor and Workforce Development · Rolling / Open Foundation

Summer Youth Work Experience Program (SYWEP) Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: New Jersey Department of Labor and Workforce Development Last Updated: January 09, 2026 Summary Overview Summer Youth Work…

Montana State University · Rolling / Open Foundation

Summit Aviation Scholarship Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Montana State University Last Updated: December 01, 2025 Summary The Summit Aviation Scholarship at Montana State University provides…

Building Hope Summit County · Rolling / Open Foundation

Summit County Behavioral Health Education Fund Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: BUILDING HOPE SUMMIT COUNTY Amount: US $2,001 - US $10,000 Last Updated: July 15, 2025 Summary The Summit County Behavioral…

MPMA EDUCATION FOUNDATION · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation

Sunbelt & True North Scholarship Overview: Scholarship funded by Sunbelt & True North M&A as part of MPMA Education Foundation scholarship awards. Award Amount: $2,000 per student Geographic Scope:…

MINNESOTA PRECISION MANUFACTURING · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation

Sunbelt/True North M&A Scholarships Funder: Sunbelt/True North M&A Geographic Scope: Minnesota Focus Areas: Manufacturing careers and technical education Program Description Scholarships offered…

Up to $3,500 per student
TOMPKINS CORTLAND COMMUNITY COLLEGE · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation

SUNY Internship Program Funder: New York State Office of Strategic Workforce Development (OSWD), announced by Governor Kathy Hochul in 2022 Amount: Up to $3,500 per student while participating in…

UNITED STATES HISPANIC CHAMBER OF · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation

USHCC Supplier Readiness Bootcamp Program Name: Supplier Readiness Bootcamp (partnership expansion) Funders: - United States Hispanic Chamber of Commerce Educational Fund (USHCCEF) - Anheuser-Busch…

Destination Home SV co Silicon Valley Community Foundation · Rolling / Open Foundation

Supportive Employment Assistance Fund Overview: A funding program offered by Destination: Home (mentioned in navigation/menu structure). Geographic Scope: Silicon Valley / Santa Clara County,…

COALITION FOR ACADEMIC SCIENTIFIC COMPUTATION INC · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation

Susan Fratkin Scholarship Overview The Susan Fratkin Scholarship supports Code@TACC (Texas Advanced Computing Center) alumni in pursuing higher education and career goals in STEM fields. The…

SUSTAINABLE CT INC · Rolling / Open Foundation

Sustainable CT Fellowship Program Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Sustainable Ct Inc Amount: Up to US $8,640 Last Updated: November 13, 2025 Summary The Sustainable CT Fellowship Program offers students…

SAUK VALLEY AREA CHAMBER OF COMMERCE · April 1, 2027 · Annual Foundation

SVACC Manufacturing Scholarship Overview: Scholarship for students pursuing careers in manufacturing-related fields. Award Amount: $500 per scholarship (one year); several scholarships will be…

Maine Community Foundation Inc · Rolling / Open Foundation

Swans Island Education Achievement Trust Fund Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Maine Community Foundation Last Updated: January 15, 2026 Summary The Swans Island Education Achievement Trust Fund,…

MERCYWORKSINCORPORATED · May 26, 2026 · Annual Foundation

Synergy Leadership Internship Program Overview: A 10-week paid leadership development and internship opportunity designed specifically for college students from the Syracuse area. The program is…

Summit County Child Care Resource & Referral Agency · Rolling / Open Foundation

T.E.A.C.H. Early Childhood COLORADO Scholarship Program Overview: The T.E.A.C.H. Early Childhood® COLORADO Scholarship Program offers early childhood education program directors and teachers a…

MINNESOTA CHILD CARE RESOURCE AND · Rolling / Open Foundation

T.E.A.C.H. Minnesota Scholarships Status: Active Geographic Scope: Minnesota Purpose: Scholarships for early childhood educators pursuing credentials and professional development Overview:…

Illinois Community College Board · Rolling / Open Foundation

Taking Back the Trades! Trades School Grant Program Status: ACTIVE Funder: Illinois Community College Board Amount: Up to US $350,000 Last Updated: August 28, 2025 Summary The Taking Back the Trades!…

Frequently Asked Questions

What is WIOA and how does it fund workforce programs?
The Workforce Innovation and Opportunity Act provides about $5 billion annually for job training and employment services. Funding flows through state workforce agencies to local Workforce Development Boards, which distribute grants to training providers, employers, and service organizations. WIOA funds adult education, dislocated worker programs, youth services, and vocational rehabilitation.
Can employers get grants for worker training?
Yes. State workforce agencies offer incumbent worker training grants funded through WIOA. The DOL's Apprenticeship programs provide employer incentives. Many states have specific employer training funds. The DOL's H-1B Skills Training Grants fund training in industries affected by H-1B hiring. Community college partnerships often include employer-facing grants.
Are there grants for digital skills training?
Yes. The DOL funds digital skills through multiple grant programs. The EDA's Good Jobs Challenge includes digital economy training. The NSF supports computing education programs. Foundations like Google.org, Microsoft Philanthropies, and the Markle Foundation heavily fund digital skills workforce development.

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